History

The history of the Porsche brand

The first vehicle to bear the Porsche name was registered on June 8, 1948: It was the 356 “No.1” Roadster. This is the day on which the Porsche brand was born. The Type 356 turned Ferry Porsche’s dream of a sports car into a reality. The successor model to the 356, the Porsche 911 designed by Ferry Porsche’s son Ferdinand Alexander, finally gave the company its breakthrough as one of the leading manufacturers of sports cars in the world, both from a technical and a design perspective.

History Jul 8, 2019

Rouen-les-Essarts: A fearsome and forgotten circuit

1962 Dan Gurney secured Porsche its first and so far last Grand Prix win at a World Championship round at Rouen-les-Essarts.

History Jun 10, 2019

Hour of the victor: A story of glowing red and silvery cool

Cameron Healey is certain that he has rediscovered a very special 356 SL.

History Jun 7, 2019

Mountain festival: Gaisberg Race in Austria

This year’s “Porsche Legends @” series organised by the Porsche Museum paid a visit to Gaisberg mountain in Austria.

History Jun 6, 2019

Jan Koum's GT2: a radical piece of equipment

The 911 GT2 is a piece for purists and perfectionists – like Jan Koum, Walter Röhrl and Frank Troche.

History Jun 5, 2019

“E” for efficient: The Mission E concept car meets the 911 E

E-mobility? It’s been part of Porsche for 50 years already. The Porsche 911 E of 1968 meets the Mission E.

History Jun 1, 2019

One of a kind: the Porsche Boxster Bergspyder

Years ago, a Porsche development team designed the prototype of a new edition of the legendary Bergspyder.

History May 31, 2019

Hitched up: Porsche 911 Speedster with caravan

Volker Schiersch and his 911 Speedster: He is not a typical collector – he is a passionate driver.

History May 20, 2019

Porsche Museum celebrates 50 years of the 914

Porsche was the first German manufacturer to bring to market a production mid-engined sports car.

History May 14, 2019

“50 Years of the Porsche 917 – Colours of Speed”

The Porsche Museum is honouring the 50th anniversary of the Porsche 917 as part of a special exhibition.

History May 7, 2019

Speedster: driving pleasure for more than six decades

Porsche Speedster variants have been part of the Porsche company history since 1952.

History May 3, 2019

Porsche Museum: Preserving the 910/8 Bergspyder

There’s not much chance of driving this 910/8 Bergspyder: it has remained unchanged for 52 years.

History May 2, 2019

The Porsche 917-001 in motion: Makers’ day

Contemporary witnesses came together in Weissach for the very first time to reminisce about the 917-001.

History Apr 29, 2019

The Porsche 917-001: The trailblazer returns

The first Porsche 917, from 1969, is being restored to its original condition using state-of-the-art technology.

History Apr 29, 2019

Reprints of original driver’s manuals now added

Porsche Classic expands its portfolio of technical literature and has reprinted original driver’s manuals.

History Apr 24, 2019

Perfect camouflage: Hans Mezger's unique 911

This 911 S has a special story – it was once a secret bearer with famous previous owners.

History Apr 23, 2019

Alpha males and rain makers at Porsche Motorsport

Porsche attracts the best racing drivers in the world, and they have provided plenty of highlights.

History Apr 15, 2019

Up for something new – the Porsche 911 Targa

Somewhere between a coupé and a convertible, the 911 Targa conquered new territory and created a legend.

History Apr 10, 2019

50 Years Porsche 917: Showdown in Goodwood

For the first time, Porsche has presented four driving examples of the 917 at 77th Goodwood Members' Meeting.

History Apr 9, 2019

50 years young: When Porsche met Concorde

In marking a special anniversary, the Concorde 002 and the Porsche 917-001 have met in England.

History Apr 6, 2019

No chrome, no dramatic spoiler: Winner Number One

This Porsche 911 first touched American soil in Florida, where it’s now on display in a museum.

History Apr 4, 2019

The VW 39: The Volkswagen that was a Porsche

The “VW 39” Volkswagen prototype with the chassis number 1-00003 left the plant in Stuttgart at the time.

History Mar 20, 2019

Garage treasure: The “Le Mans” Porsche 908.022

The 908.022 completed the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1970 as a camera car for Steve McQueen’s film epic.

History Mar 12, 2019

Willi Kauhsen: Mister 1,000 hp and his Porsche 917

The 917 is the car of his lifetime. So it is fitting that Willi Kauhsen has just built one of these 917 types.

History Mar 11, 2019

Special exhibition: Porsche celebrates “50 years of the 917”

One of the strongest number sequences is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year: the Porsche 917.

History Mar 4, 2019

These Porsche cars saw the light of day in Geneva

Geneva is the major stage for Porsche innovations since 1949: from 356 to Mission E Cross Turismo.

History Feb 25, 2019

Early days of Porsche Exclusive: The one-off

In 1984, this 911 Carrera 3.2 became the company car of the assistant to the Porsche CEO.

History Feb 22, 2019

The Porsche Museum will be taking rarely exhibited cars to the Retro Classics

The Porsche Museum is taking the first Porsche 917 and the lightweight 910/8 Bergspyder to the Stuttgart Messe.

History Feb 20, 2019

Nina Vetterli-Treml: Rear-wheel drive and rock’n’roll

Nina Vetterli-Treml is familiar with grooves and vibes, both in music and in the automotive realm.

History Feb 19, 2019

Rally 911 model from the 1970s: Advanced Spanish

How a Spanish rally 911 has stood the test of time and is cherished and maintained – and driven – in Bavaria.

History Feb 16, 2019

Confidence base: The Lehner family and their Porsche

The freshly restored Beetle went to big brother, while the Porsche went to the baby of the family.

History Feb 7, 2019

A legendary SIKU model: The Blue Mauritius of Porsche

An exciting fusion of fascinating large-scale model and perfect educational toy. About one of these rare survivors.

History Jan 24, 2019

“50 Years of the 917”, “50 Years of the 914” and “10 Years of the Panamera”

“50 Years of the 917”, “50 Years of the 914” and “10 Years of the Panamera”: this is 2019 for the Porsche Museum.

History Jan 23, 2019

The Porsche Pioneer: Herbert Linge looking back

Linge looks back on an outstanding career at Porsche. His memories are recorded here for posterity.

History Jan 18, 2019

Soulmates: The Porsche 928 and the Panamera

In 1977, the Porsche 928 came onto the market. This touring sports car has bequeathed its DNA to the Panamera.

History Jan 16, 2019

A very special race car: Otto Mathé and his Fetzenflieger

Otto Mathé celebrated many successes at the wheel of his self-built car that has a Porsche factory racing engine.

History Jan 13, 2019

The legendary "Ice Race" revived: Fire on Ice

The legendary “Ice Race” will be revived. Porsche motorsport legends will get behind the wheel.

History Jan 12, 2019

The touring party: World tour of the 356 ‘No.1’ Roadster

The 70th anniversary of our original sports car was the pivotal point for a series of events around the world.

History Jan 5, 2019

Two out of three – Greg O’Keefe and his Porsche

Australian Greg O’Keefe has owned countless 356, but these two are very special.

History Dec 25, 2018

A question of patterns: the most famous Porsche seat designs

The fourth episode of the Top 5 series shows the best seat patterns from over 70 years of sports car history.

History Dec 19, 2018

Behind the scenes: prototype construction at Porsche

The next episode of the Porsche Top 5 series features a selection of the most interesting prototypes and studies.

History Dec 4, 2018

The most expensive Porsche models of all time

In the Top 5 series, Ted Gushue presents Porsche models that have achieved record values at auction.

History Nov 27, 2018

The seven generations of the Porsche 911: Part 7

The Porsche Newsroom takes a look back at the seven generations of the Porsche 911. Part 7: the type 991.

History Nov 26, 2018

The seven generations of the Porsche 911: Part 6

The Porsche Newsroom takes a look back at the seven generations of the Porsche 911. Part 6: the type 997.

History Nov 25, 2018

The seven generations of the Porsche 911: Part 5

The Porsche Newsroom takes a look back at the seven generations of the Porsche 911. Part 5: the type 996.

History Nov 24, 2018

The seven generations of the Porsche 911: Part 4

The Porsche Newsroom takes a look back at the seven generations of the Porsche 911. Part 4: the type 993.

History Nov 23, 2018

The seven generations of the Porsche 911: Part 3

The Porsche Newsroom takes a look back at the seven generations of the Porsche 911. Part 3: the type 964.

History Nov 22, 2018

The seven generations of the Porsche 911: Part 2

The Porsche Newsroom takes a look back at the seven generations of the Porsche 911. Part 2: the G Model.

History Nov 21, 2018

The seven generations of the Porsche 911: Part 1

The Porsche Newsroom takes a look back at the seven generations of the Porsche 911. Part 1: the original 911.

History Nov 15, 2018

Making a comeback in a true icon

Porsche enthusiast Rod Emory celebrated his comeback in a true icon – the Porsche 935.

History Nov 13, 2018

Timeless Master: Ciccio's creations

We drop in on the master Francesco Liberto—together with Gijs van Lennep, winner of the Targa Florio.

History Oct 25, 2018

Porsche Museum in Japan: The exotic Mille Miglia

Where tradition and the future shake hands: the end of the season of the Porsche Museum in Japan.

History Oct 23, 2018

Frank Marrenbach and his 911 Carrera

Whenever his work allows, Frank Marrenbach pursues his passion for Porsche. He drives a 1972 911 Carrera.

History Oct 17, 2018

Bear necessities: Walter Payton's 911 Turbo

For American football legend Walter Payton, his treasured 911 Turbo was a symbol of his hard work.

History Oct 15, 2018

The eighth Sound Night in the Porsche Arena

13 icons from the Porsche Museum made music of a different sort at the eighth annual Sound Night.

History Oct 8, 2018

Only a broken leg. Yours, Annie

Annie Bousquet loved speed and stimulation. Her world-record drive in a Porsche 550 Spyder was in 1955.

History Sep 30, 2018

Rennsport Reunion: of man and machines

The Porsche Rennsport Reunion VI at Laguna Seca (USA) has 81,550 fans of the brand from Stuttgart spellbound.

History Sep 29, 2018

919 Evo meets its predecessor 917/30

Record breaking 919 Hybrid Evo meets a historic counterpart – the Porsche 917/30 from 1973.

History Sep 28, 2018

Family affair – Porsche Rennsport Reunion VI

In a plain tent they stand, not locked away but tangible, approachable and yet invaluably precious.

History Sep 26, 2018

Porsche Kicks Off Rennsport Reunion VI

Dozens of legendary Porsche drivers and hundreds of Porsche race cars will be in the spotlight.

History Sep 22, 2018

Heroes and History: Porsche at Rennsport Reunion

Rennsport Reunion will take place again at the end of September. Impressions from the reunion in 2015.

History Sep 20, 2018

The Original in North America: The “No. 1” tours the world

As part of its anniversary tour, the Porsche 356 “No.1” Roadster is currently on the road in North America.

History Sep 16, 2018

First rally for Porsche 911 No. 57

The 911 (901) No. 57 that gained notoriety through “Der Trödeltrupp” has taken its first official drive.

History Sep 11, 2018

Anniversary Party at the Goodwood Revival

Porsche is at the Goodwood Revival 2018 with some really special vintage car models.

History Sep 11, 2018

A rare all-rounder: Porsche 597 “Jagdwagen”

The 597 was a design submitted in response to a call to tender by the German army during the 1950s.

History Sep 1, 2018

Brothers forever: Georg and Stefan Bellof

For many years, Stefan Bellof was considered the greatest talent produced by Germany.

History Aug 29, 2018

The Flying Corkman: Mel Nolan

The Irishman was a legend on two wheels but after hanging up his helmet the call of the Porsche came loud and clear.

History Aug 14, 2018

Louise Piëch’s last Porsche: 911 Carrera 4

A silver Porsche 911 Carrera 4, model year 1989, was the last Porsche vehicle driven by Louise Piëch.

History Aug 13, 2018

“70 years of Porsche sports car” at Oldtimer Grand Prix

Porsche Classic has celebrating 70 years of vibrant sports car history at this year’s AvD Oldtimer Grand Prix.

History Aug 7, 2018

Record attempt with a Porsche 935

At the end of the 1970s, Jean-Claude Rude pursued his dream of becoming the fastest cyclist in the world.

History Jul 23, 2018

The art of speed: Erich Strenger

Showcasing the creativity of commercial art in every example: racing posters by Erich Strenger.

History Jul 19, 2018

Porsche 356 SC: With pathos and patina

Californian Matt Hummel has fallen in love with the authenticity of historic Porsche vehicles.

History Jul 18, 2018

Porsche at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2018

The "Festival of Speed" and Porsche both celebrated their anniversaries: an unforgettable moment.

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Macan S, Rouen-Les-Essarts, 2019, Porsche AG

Contact

Achim Stejskal

Director Porsche Museum and Historical Communications

achim.stejskal@porsche.de

+ 49 (0) 711 / 911 26414

Frank Jung

Director Historical Archive

frank.jung@porsche.de

+ 49 (0) 711 / 911 25985

Astrid Böttinger

Spokesperson Porsche Museum and Historical Public Relations
Team coordinator Communication

astrid.boettinger@porsche.de

+ 49 (0) 711 / 911 24026

Consumption

Macan S

8.9 l/100km
204 g/km

Macan S

Fuel consumption/Emmissions*

Fuel consumption* combined 8.9 l/100km

CO2 emmissions* combined 204 g/km